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Benign fasciculation syndrome (BFS)

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@crenee

I am in my 30's and was recently told I have BFS after receiving a normal EMG and neurological exam. My twitching has gotten worse. It is non-stop in my feet and frequent in my calves and thighs. I also get twitches in my head, lips, back, stomach, and arms. No one has given me any suggestions for how to help the non-stop twitching in my foot/feet. Everything gets worse with exercise, especially my feet. Just looking to see if anyone else has ideas on anything that could help give me some relief and in turn, help my anxiety about it all!

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Amanda Roe | @amandajro | Aug 18, 2023

Hello @crenee. Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I am sure this has been concerning for you, to say the least. This may seem elementary, however, have you had a full blood panel workup to ensure you aren't also deficient in some of the key nutrients that can cause muscle spasms, such as Vitamin D, Vitamin B, and Calcium, just to be sure there isn't anything like that adding to your symptoms?

I would also like to bring in members @thenewrick @steve257 @marvel61018 and @pauliwog1949 who may also be able to rejoin the discussion and share some information with you.

Were thyroid and calcium tests included in your evaluation?

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